On today's episode, I'm chatting with Dara Hoffman-Fox about Dara's book, You and Your Gender Identity: A Guide to Discovery. Dara shares her personal gender journey, details about the second edition of the book, and an online course she's putting together for clinicians!

Dara Hoffman-Fox, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor and queer-identified gender therapist in private practice. Dara frequently serves as a resource on transgender issues for the media, and her blog and videos are read and viewed around the world. Dara runs a private practice in Colorado Springs, Colorado. For more information about Dara, visit http://darahoffmanfox.com.

Important Note: Dara's book is coming out on Tuesday, September 26th! When I recorded this episode in August, it made sense to say it was coming out next month, but now it's just a couple of days away! If you'd like to purchase the book, please visit http://discoveryourgenderidentity.com.

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Original music and sound production by Kevin Boyle.

In this episode, I'm chatting with Paula Buls, a psychotherapist and licensed clinical social worker in Austin, TX. She has extensive experience working with the LGBTQ community and was a founding member of the Transgender Education Network of Texas. She's also an out and proud trans woman.

We talk about her childhood and transition, trans pride and visibility, and gender as a beautiful expression of who we are. Paula is really passionate about what she does and toward the end, we get into a great conversation about challenging the stereotypes that keep people in boxes. We also talk about Ellen (yes, that Ellen) and Laura Jane Grace from Against Me.

For more about Paula, please visit her website at www.paulabuls.com.

There will be one or two more new episodes in 2017 and then Transgressive will be back with new content in spring or summer of 2018. Thanks for listening and please continue to share the podcast with your friends and loved ones!

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In this episode, I'm talking with Ryan Dillon, a cisgender man and Licensed Professional Counselor Intern (LPC-I) in Austin, Texas. Ryan specializes in gender therapy with children and teens. Listen in as we chat about growing up gay in a small southern town, gender creative kids, how parents can support their kids, and how hard it is to be yourself in a world that wants you to conform.

You can learn more about Ryan's counseling and coaching services at http://www.ryandilloncounseling.com and http://www.transfriendlyschools.com. If you're enjoying the show, please share with friends and take some time to leave a 5-star review in iTunes. A high rating is one of the best ways for other folks to find the podcast. Your support is appreciated!

One year ago, a shooter opened fire in a popular gay club in Orlando, killing 49 people and wounding 53 others, making it the deadliest mass shooting in US history. In this week's episode, I'm talking with Adam Miller, a therapist volunteering at an LGBTQ center in Orlando at the time. Adam and I talk about the immediate aftermath of the shooting and the response of local therapists and The Center, the long term effects of the shooting on the LGBTQ community and community at large, and what's happening now to honor and remember those affected by the shooting. There's a moment of silence for reflection and respect before the interview begins. Adam is currently between websites, to learn more, visit his Psychology Today profile.

This episode covers sensitive material. If you need support, please reach out to someone like a therapist, trusted friend, or the LGBT Hotline at 888-843-4564.

In this episode, I'm chatting with Kameron Winters, a trans man and coordinator of LGBTQ & Diversity Programs at American University. In this position, he oversees general LGBTQ outreach and education initiatives and also works with other staff on initiatives and diversity workshops to support and advocate for better inclusion of women, students of color, LGBTQ students, and first-generation college students. He also happens to be a personal friend! Listen in as we discuss growing up in the south (spoiler: we went to the same high school), not feeling trans enough, and sexuality versus gender identity. To learn more about Kameron, click here.

Original music and production by Kevin Boyle.

This is the second episode of Transgressive: The Podcast! Listen in as Monrovia and I chat about feminism, her journey to becoming a social worker and psychotherapist, letters of support, and finding an affirming gender therapist. If you're a therapist that works with gender (or wants to), this is a great episode for you, too!

Monrovia is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist in Austin, Texas. She identifies as a cisgender woman. Her specialties include gender identity, sexuality, adolescents, young adults, identity exploration, and LGBTQ issues. You can find out more by visiting www.monroviavanhoose.com.

This is the first episode of Transgressive: The Podcast! Listen in as Shane and I talk about gender rulebooks, fancy panties, gender as a journey, and how great Leslie Feinberg looked in a three-piece suit.

Shane is a licensed master social worker, Storyteller, Educator, and Facilitator in Austin, Texas. You can find out more about hir by visiting www.shanewhalley.net.